When does the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 2026 start?

The NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 weekend begins on February 11, 2026 with Practice 1 at 15:00 UTC. The main race is scheduled for February 15, 2026.

How many sessions are in the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500?

The NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 has 5 sessions: Practice 1, Qualifying, Practice 2, Practice 3, Race.

What is the full schedule for the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 2026?

Practice 1: Wed Feb 11, 15:00 UTC. Qualifying: Thu Feb 12, 01:15 UTC. Practice 2: Fri Feb 13, 22:35 UTC. Practice 3: Sat Feb 14, 20:00 UTC. Race: Sun Feb 15, 18:30 UTC. All times can be viewed in your local timezone on the event page.

Round 3 NASCAR Cup Series Completed

Daytona 500

NASCAR Cup Series • Daytona International Speedway

Daytona Beach, United States

Race Date

Feb 15

2026

The NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 is Round 3 and takes place at Daytona International Speedway in Daytona Beach, United States, running from February 11 to February 15. This event features 5 sessions: Practice 1, Qualifying, Practice 2, Practice 3, Race. All times are displayed as live countdown timers in your local timezone.

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